2027 Stockli Nela 86 Skis with Atomic undefined Bindings

The 2027 Stockli Nela 86 with Atomic Atomic Strive 12 GW Bindings is defined by light and confident handling, a women's freeride ski for skiers who feel just as comfortable on the trail as off it. Completely redesigned and now more wide-ranging, it pairs a poplar, beech, and paulownia wood core with a powder rocker and freeride tail for playful, easy-to-manage turns. The result is an agile, energy-saving ride that floats in fresh snow without giving up composure when conditions firm up.

Why we like it:

The Nela 86 has been rebuilt from the ground up and is genuinely more versatile than before, holding its own across changing snow. We really like the Softflex construction, which keeps the ski easy to bend and forgiving without making it feel vague.

Who it's for:

Intermediate to advanced women skiers who want one ski that moves easily between groomed trails and soft off-trail snow. A strong match for skiers who prize a light, low-effort ride but still want enough stability to ski with confidence when the snow turns variable.

Highlights:

An 86 mm waist is what changes the character here, buying quick edge-to-edge handling plus enough stability for mixed snow. Softflex is the construction the redesign leans on, relaxing the flex so the ski bends easily and stays forgiving right through a long day. Up front a Powder Rocker lifts the tip for float the moment you leave the trail, and behind it the Freeride Tail keeps things loose through pivots and slashes. A three-wood core of poplar, beech, and paulownia holds weight down and the ride lively, with a Thin Glass Laminate trimming further mass, while Titanal Technology Pro contributes damping when snow turns firm or choppy and Polywall sidewalls handle the wear.

Things to consider:

Tuned for lightness and easygoing handling rather than outright power, this ski will hit its top end sooner for hard-charging skiers. Its happiest place is playful, relaxed skiing across mixed terrain.

Fit & sizing considerations:

For this one, ride the length you would pick in any all-mountain ski. Shorter sharpens the handling further, and longer adds float once the snow softens.